Alvin, TX vs Cudahy, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Alvin
71.5
#971 nationally
Cudahy
59
#1951 nationally
Alvin leads in crime level (6.3 vs 17.9). Cudahy leads in walk score (62 vs 30). Alvin leads in cost of living index (97 vs 141).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alvin, TX | Cudahy, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 71.5 (#971) | 59 (#1951) |
| Population | 28,633 | 21,723 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $293,684 | $697,308 |
| Median Household Income | $68,266 | $49,596 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 32.2 min |
| Walk Score | 30 | 62 |
| Crime Level | 6.3 | 17.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 97 | 141 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+19.7 | D+32.9 |
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71.5 Score
Alvin, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$293,684
Population
28,633
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
30
Southwest
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59 Score
Cudahy, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$697,308
Population
21,723
Crime
High
Walk Score
62
Pacific
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